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The Orlinka apple tree is a well-known variety of domestic selection. Tall tree with a compact crown. Gives a large harvest of delicious apples. The rules for planting and care are standard - even a novice gardener will be able to get a lot of fruits in the first growing seasons.
History of origin
The Orlinka apple tree was obtained by breeders E.N. Sedov and Z.M. Serova. and Krasova N.G. The application for admission was submitted in 1993. After passing tests in 2001, the variety was included in the register of breeding achievements and is intended for cultivation in the Central Black Earth region. The originator is the All-Russian Research Institute of Fruit Crop Breeding (Oryol Region).
Description of the Orlinka apple tree
The description of the variety provides the main characteristics - height, appearance of the tree, weight, size, shape of the fruit and others. Basic data is presented below.
Height of the Orlinka apple tree
The Orlinka apple tree reaches a height of 3-4 m if grafted onto a semi-dwarf rootstock.The tree is vigorous, the branches quickly increase in size, and the growth of green mass is progressing at a good pace.
Wood appearance
The Orlinka apple tree is quite large, round in shape. The branches are straight, diverging at sharp angles. The crown is not spreading, so it does not take up much space. The ends of the shoots point upward. The surface of the bark is smooth, the color is dark gray.
The fruits of the Olinka apple tree appear mainly on spears and ringlets of complex and simple types. The shoots themselves are powerful, do not have strong bends, and the cross-sectional shape is round. The color is brown, there is a layer of pubescence. Lentils are small and multiple.
The buds of the Orlinka apple tree are quite large, pressed against the surface, and have an elongated, conical shape. The foliage is large, rounded-ovate in shape, with long points, the apex is twisted in a helical manner. The surface is wrinkled, does not shine in the sun, matte. The leaf blades are concave and curved downwards. Slightly pubescent on both sides of the leaf. The edges of the leaves of the Orlinka apple tree are large-crowned and coarsely wavy.
The petioles are long and thick, covered with fluff, and the base is purple in color. The flower buds are large, pubescent, and have an elongated conical shape. The flowers of the Orlinka apple tree are quite large, the petals are pale pink, the shape is oblong or round, the edges are slightly raised, the degree of closure is average.
The tree is vigorous, reaches 4 m
Description of fruits
The fruits of the Orlinka apple tree are predominantly medium-sized. Weight about 140 g. One-dimensional type, can be flattened, usually round in shape. The ribs are wide, not too noticeable, sloping. The surface shines in the sun, is smooth, without wrinkles, and is dry to the touch. The predominant color is greenish-yellow (at harvest).After a few weeks the fruits turn light yellow.
The top color is distributed over most of the surface of the fruits of the Orlinka apple tree - these are red stripes on a carmine background. There are few subcutaneous points, they are light green in color and are clearly visible. The stalks are curved, short in length. The funnels are small, pointed, narrow. Semi-open cups. The hearts of the fruits of the Orlinka apple tree are large, round, and the chambers with seeds are also large and open. The subcup tubes are long and funnel-shaped. The seeds are dark brown in color, round in shape, and small in size.
Characteristics of the Orlinka apple tree
Among the characteristics of the variety, of particular interest are taste, yield, when the Orlinka apple tree ripens, and others. The main parameters are described below.
Taste qualities
The fruits of the Orlinka apple tree have a pleasant taste with a balance of sweet and sour, tasting score 4.3 points. The aroma is pronounced and pleasant. The pulp is quite dense, coarse-grained, with a creamy tint. Juicy and aromatic.
Contains:
- acids – 0.8%;
- sugar – 9.5%;
- ascorbic acid – more than 6.5 mg per 100 g;
- P-active substances – over 310 mg per 100 g.
Ripening time for the Orlinka apple tree
In terms of ripening time, the Orlinka apple tree is a summer variety. The harvest is harvested in mid-August. The consumption period lasts several weeks until the first days of September.
Productivity
The yield of the Orlinka variety is quite good. From an adult tree you can collect 25-30 kg or even more. The indicator depends on climatic conditions, weather, planting location and compliance with care rules. When grown on an industrial scale, the yield reaches 150 centners per hectare.
Medium-sized fruits with red stripes
Frost resistance of the Orlinka apple tree
The variety is quite winter-hardy - the Orlinka apple tree grows well in all regions of the middle zone, in the Volga region, Black Earth Region, and southern Russia. However, it cannot be grown in the Urals, Siberia, or northern regions.
Pollinators of the Orlinka apple tree
The apple tree does not need pollinators. She sets fruit well on her own. But it itself can become a pollinator for varieties with similar flowering periods:
- Melba;
- Padding;
- Moscow Grushovka.
Growing regions
Initially, the variety was intended for cultivation in the Central Black Earth region - in the Belgorod, Kursk, Tambov, Voronezh and Lipetsk regions. However, practice has shown that it is possible to cultivate the crop in the middle zone, as well as in the Volga region and in the southern regions of Russia.
Disease resistance
The immunity of the Orlinka apple tree is quite good - it is known that it is resistant to scab on leaves and fruits. But there is no data on resistance to other diseases and pests. Therefore, spring and summer preventive treatments are mandatory. For this purpose, fungicides, insecticides and folk remedies are used.
Advantages and disadvantages
The Orlinka apple tree is valued for its good yield, excellent taste of apples, and attractive presentation. This is a classic summer variety, the fruits of which can be consumed fresh or processed.
The fruits are beautiful to look at and have a pleasant taste.
Pros:
- high productivity;
- winter hardiness in the middle zone;
- resistance to scab;
- does not require pollinators;
- attractive presentation.
Minuses:
- the ripening period is relatively extended;
- it will not be possible to grow in regions with harsh winters;
- there is no data on immunity to a number of diseases and pests;
- fruits are not stored for more than three weeks.
Planting an Orlinka apple tree
Planting of the Orlinka apple tree is traditionally planned for the fall - from late September to mid-October. In the south it is allowed to plant in the spring - in early April. When choosing a location, pay attention to several parameters:
- good lighting - there should be no shadows, the area is completely open;
- without high groundwater. A rise of no more than 2 m to the surface is allowed;
- without stagnation of moisture on the surface - lowlands are excluded;
- Large trees and rowan trees should not grow nearby.
The Orlinka apple tree develops well on fertile, light loamy soil with a neutral pH of 6-7. A few months before planting, the soil is dug up and fertilized with humus or compost up to 10 kg per 1 m2. If there is a lot of clay in the ground, add sawdust or sand up to 5 kg to the same area.
When planting an Orlinka apple tree, proceed as follows:
- Mark several holes of the same depth and diameter of 80-90 cm. The crown of the apple tree is not too spreading, but the tree is tall and large, so the interval between plantings should be at least 3 m.
- A support - a peg - is placed in the center.
- Sprinkle small stones on the bottom.
- Then fertile soil is poured.
- The seedling is placed in the center and sprinkled with soil.
- Compact so that the root collar remains 7 cm above the surface.
- Then water with settled water and after a few days thoroughly mulch for the winter. You can use straw, hay, peat and other natural materials.
Features of care
Caring for an Orlinka apple tree is standard. To get a good harvest, you must follow these rules:
- Watering young seedlings once a week, adult trees - 1-2 times a month.
- Starting from the second season, nitrogen fertilizers are given every spring, and during budding and fruit formation - superphosphate and potassium salt. Every month you can add liquid organic matter, for example, mullein infusion, diluted 10 times with water.
- The soil in the tree trunk circle is periodically loosened, and weeds are removed if necessary.
- In early spring, pruning is done and preventive treatment with fungicides is carried out.
Regular fertilizing and watering will ensure a good, stable harvest.
Collection and storage
The fruits of the Orlinka apple tree are harvested in mid-August. Fruiting is extended, so work begins in several stages. They are stored for only 2-3 weeks, after which they finally ripen and are ready for consumption.
Optimal storage conditions are a dark, cool place with a temperature of 2-6 degrees Celsius and a humidity of 70%. The fruits are placed in wooden boxes in several layers and inspected periodically.
Conclusion
The Orlinka apple tree is valued for its good yields and relatively high winter hardiness. The fruits are medium, approximately the same size, good taste and aroma. Suitable for fresh consumption and preparation of preparations for the winter.
